Domestic Violence Family Support Counsellor

NSW Health; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health's Integrated Violence Prevention & Response Service at Blacktown Community Health Centre is seeking a dedicated Domestic Violence Family Support Counsellor. The role focuses on trauma-informed counselling, safety planning and recovery for children and families affected by domestic violence.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, delivering counselling and case management, collaborating with health, police and community services to promote safety and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Deliver trauma-informed counselling, build safety plans and support recovery for children, young people and families affected by domestic violence.
• Provide specialist counselling and case management support within a multidisciplinary service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for children, young people and families.
• Deliver trauma-informed counselling, psychoeducation and safety planning.
• Develop and manage therapeutic case plans in partnership with services.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies for integrated care.
• Provide advocacy, consultation and contribute to interagency case reviews.

Job description

Domestic Violence Family Support Counsellor

Make a real impact supporting children and families

Specialist role in trauma-informed care and recovery

Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary service

Deliver trauma-informed counselling, build safety plans and support recovery for children and families impacted by domestic violence.

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Counsellor Level 3, Psychologist & Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration:Dependent on Qualifications

Counsellor & Social Worker Level 3 - $121,568 - $125,507 per annum

Psychologist - $83,670 - $122,465 per annum

Hours Per Week:38
Location:Blacktown - Community Health Centre

Where you'll be working
You will join the Integrated Violence Prevention & Response Service (IVPRS) based at Blacktown Community Health Centre. This specialist service provides leadership and support across domestic violence, sexual assault and child protection, with a strong focus on safety, recovery and culturally responsive care.

Work within a highly experienced, multidisciplinary team

Be part of a service committed to trauma-informed practice

Engage with diverse communities across Western Sydney

Collaborate with key agencies including health, police and community services

Thrive in a supportive environment focused on professional growth and wellbeing

What you'll be doing
In this rewarding role, you will provide specialist counselling and case management support to children, young people and families impacted by domestic and family violence, promoting safety, healing and resilience.

Conduct comprehensive assessments for children, young people and families

Deliver trauma-informed counselling, psychoeducation and safety planning

Develop and manage therapeutic case plans in partnership with services

Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies for integrated care

Provide advocacy, consultation and contribute to interagency case reviews

Requisition ID: REQ703469
Applications Close: 5th November 2026

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For inquiries about the role, contact Olga George at ***********@health.nsw.gov.au or on 0418 596 ***.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.